Bijay Pokharel
Bijay Pokharel is the creator and owner of Abijita.com. He is a freelance technology writer focusing on all things pertaining to Cyber Security. The topics he writes about include malware, vulnerabilities, exploits, internet defense, women's safety and privacy, as well as research and innovation in information security. He is a tech enthusiast, keen learner, rational and cool person in his professional activities and challenges.
Protecting Your Family from Online Scams: A Comprehensive Guide
Most of us recognize scams, but we all know someone who might be vulnerable. Share this guide on safeguarding loved ones from increasingly sophisticated online scams.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 16, 2024
3 min read
Android Apps Like Instagram Could Soon Capture Ultra HDR Photos
Android 14 may soon bring a game-changing feature for social media enthusiasts, as Google is testing Ultra HDR image capture through a limited camera API.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 15, 2024
1 min read
AT&T Reportedly Paid $370,000 to a Hacker to Delete Stolen Customer Data
AT&T has allegedly disbursed a staggering $370,000 to a hacker to delete sensitive customer data that was stolen during a recent security breach.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 15, 2024
1 min read
Apple Approves First PC Emulator for iOS to Run Classic Games
Apple has approved the first PC emulator for the iOS ecosystem to run classic software and games.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 14, 2024
1 min read
AT&T Cybersecurity Breach Exposes Call Records and Texts of Millions of Customers
On Friday, AT&T disclosed a significant cybersecurity breach that compromised call records and texts from nearly all its cellular customers.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 13, 2024
2 min read
Meta Eases Restrictions on Trump’s Social Media Accounts Amid Upcoming RNC
Meta announced on Friday that former President Donald Trump will no longer face stringent penalties for content rule violations on his Facebook and Instagram accounts.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 13, 2024
2 min read
EU Threatens to Penalise X over DSA Breach, Musk Alleges ‘Secret Deal’ Offer
The European Commission on Friday informed Elon Musk-owned X social media platform that it is in breach of the Digital Services Act (DSA) in areas linked to dark patterns, advertising transparency and data access for researchers.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 13, 2024
1 min read
Indonesia Tightens Cybersecurity After Ransomware Attack
The recent cyberattack in Indonesia that massively disrupted its national data system has urged the country to strengthen its cyber resilience and evaluate its digital technology policy.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 13, 2024
3 min read
Musk’s X Developing ‘Dislike’ Button For Downvoting Replies
Elon Musk-run X is developing a downvoting feature which will be used to improve the ranking of replies.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 12, 2024
1 min read
New Space Suit To Help Astronauts Recycle Urine Into Water During Spacewalks
US researchers have developed a novel full-body space suit that astronauts can use during spacewalks and recycle urine into water.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 12, 2024
1 min read
How to Use AI Tools to Boost Your Daily Productivity
Boost daily productivity with AI tools! Learn to automate tasks, enhance communication, analyze data, and more in our comprehensive guide.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 12, 2024
4 min read
SpaceX Launches Starlink Mini Dish for U.S. Consumers
SpaceX’s Starlink Mini dish is now accessible to all consumers in the United States.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 11, 2024
1 min read
Apple and EU Settle Dispute Over Contactless Payments
Apple and the European Union (EU) have reached an agreement to allow third-party developers access to the iPhone's Near Field Communication (NFC) chip, ending a four-year investigation. This move opens doors for competition in the mobile payments market within the EU.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 11, 2024
1 min read
CERT-In Finds Multiple Bugs in Node.js that Can Be Used to Obtain Sensitive Info
The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) warned users of multiple vulnerabilities in Node.js, which could allow an attacker to compromise the targeted system.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 11, 2024
1 min read
X Banned Over 109k Accounts for Policy Violations in India in June
Elon Musk-run X Corp has banned 194,053 accounts in India between May 26 and June 25, mostly for promoting child sexual exploitation and non-consensual nudity.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 11, 2024
1 min read
Apple Sends Fresh Spyware Threat Alert to iPhone Users in 98 Nations
Apple has issued a fresh warning to iPhone users in at least 98 countries about a potential new mercenary spyware attack like 'Pegasus'.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 11, 2024
1 min read
Five Automakers to Recall Over 1,56,000 Cars for Faulty Parts
Kia, Nissan Korea, and three other carmakers will voluntarily recall more than 1,56,000 vehicles due to faulty components, the transport ministry here said on Thursday.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 11, 2024
1 min read
Cyberattackers Steal 16.6 Million USD from Govt Department in South Africa
Minister Dean Macpherson said Wednesday that cyberattackers allegedly stole 300 million South African rand (about 16.6 million US dollars) from the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure over the past 10 years.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 11, 2024
1 min read
James Webb Space Telescope Finds a Jeweled Ring in the Cosmos
A sparkling jeweled ring, created through a cosmic phenomenon called gravitational lensing, has been imaged by the James Webb Space Telescope.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 10, 2024
1 min read
Google Fi Introduces “Number Lock” Feature to Combat SIM Swapping Attacks
Google Fi has rolled out a new security feature called "Number Lock" aimed at preventing SIM swapping attacks, the company announced.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 10, 2024
1 min read
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